It is with mixed feelings that Bright Wood Corporation announces the retirement of Dallas Stovall as president.

Kassow Robots, a subsidiary of Bosch Rexroth, has appointed Christoph Rieger as chief sales officer (CSO). He has also joined the company’s board of directors alongside founder and CEO Kristian Kassow and CFO Yulia Bakir. The leadership change took effect on August 1.

The latest generation of VTH horizontal grinders is now available with the introduction of the VTH 160 and VTH 260 models. These machines span and increase the full performance range of their predecessors, accommodating an intake height of up to 10 ¼ inch (260mm) and a width of up to 51 inches (1300mm), while offering a modern design and technical enhancements aimed at improving both efficiency and user convenience.

The app provides a convenient way for customers to order, track, and manage supplies directly from their smartphones. Currently, the app is available to download and has over 100,00 products available.

The Designery South Charlotte owners Tim Gunnels and Craig Ausrud hosted a grand opening event at their new showroom on Aug. 27 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

MANHEIM, Pa. — Würth Baer Supply Company, one of the nation’s leading specialty wholesale distributors to the woodworking industry, will exhibit at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, October. 23-24 at Spooky Nook Sports Center.Würth Baer's offering includes an extensive inventory of decorative and functional hardware, fittings, tools, shop supplies, surfacing materials, and board and panel products. The company represents many well-known suppliers including:•    Amerock•    Berenson•    Blum

The Metropolitan Builders & Contractors Association of New Jersey (Metro BCA) will host the Build My Future event for the first time in New Jersey on October 15, 2025.

La-Z-Boy Incorporated, a residential furniture manufacturer, reported first quarter results for the period ended July 26, 2025. For the quarter, sales totaled $492 million, down 1% against the prior year comparable period, reflecting growth in Retail and Wholesale segments, offset by a decline in Joybird sales.

BELOIT, Wis. — Wholesale building products distributor ABC Supply has acquired Exterior Home Products, LLC, a family-run business in Columbus, Mississippi. This marks ABC Supply’s fourth location in Mississippi, further strengthening its presence in the region and enhancing service to contractors across Northeast Mississippi.

The survey results show a high level of commitment and interest from the woodworking community.